Dr. Azura Abbas is a dedicated doctor, business owner, and mother of three. She is an alumnus of the Management and Science University (MSU), where she completed two courses.
“When I began my studies, the general expectation was that men became engineers while women became doctors,” she shared. “It felt like we were steered in that direction. However, when I started my foundation and later my Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Degree, I fell in love with medicine.”
Her journey began with a foundation in science between 2007 and 2008, which she completed in a year. She then pursued five years of medical studies in Bangalore, India.
“I earned my MBBS and later a Master of Science in Medical Physiology, also at MSU,” she said. “I completed my Master’s during the COVID-19 pandemic, which took around 1.5 to 2 years.”
As she progressed in her studies, her passion for medicine deepened. She realised that being a doctor was not just about treating individuals, it was about making a difference for the community while building a fulfilling career.
After graduating, Dr Abbas worked for four years before deciding to pursue her Master’s Degree. During this time, she founded Klinik Medina, her private practice, which now has branches in Sri Kembangan and Ampang.
According to her, starting a clinic was just the beginning as many well-established Malaysian clinics presented a formidable marketing challenge for her to stand out in a competitive industry.
“However, I believe in rezeki (blessings and sustenance),” she explained. “If we provide patients with genuine care and affordable prices, the business will grow. Even without a big name, word-of-mouth marketing is powerful, and my clinic is steadily gaining traction.”
Reflecting on her university years, Dr. Azura noted how much MSU had grown since she first pursued medicine as a student.
“Before MSU became what it is today, it was known as Kolej Universiti Teknologi dan Pengurusan Malaysia (KUTPM),” she recalled. “Back then, it was a small institution with classrooms scattered across different locations.
“We had to move between buildings for classes sometimes next to mamak stalls or printing shops which was quite challenging.”
Her studies later took her to Bangalore, where she experienced a more structured campus setting. The university there had dedicated buildings, administrative offices, lecture halls, and dissection labs, though on a smaller scale compared to the current Malaysian campuses.
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“At the time, I had no idea what Malaysian campuses were like, so I was quite satisfied,” she admitted. “But when I returned to Malaysia for my graduation at MSU Shah Alam, I was amazed by how much I had missed out on.”
When she later pursued her Master’s degree at MSU, she was impressed by the improved facilities.
“The new campus had everything such as well-equipped labs, a variety of research animals, and all the necessary chemicals and materials. It was an exceptional learning environment,” she said.
For her, among all the campuses she has experienced, MSU Malaysia stands out as the best.
According to Dr. Azura, success isn’t about being highly intelligent from the start. While cognitive abilities are partly inherited, external factors such as environment, education, and social influences play a significant role.
“Intelligence alone isn’t enough,” she advised.” You need the courage to try.”
“Confidence and perseverance are key because you won’t grow if you stay in your comfort zone.”
She emphasised that nothing falls into place on its own. Hard work is essential, and success doesn’t happen overnight.
“If you stay committed and keep pushing forward, you will eventually achieve your goals,” she encouraged.
“Stay strong, keep striving, and you’ll get there!”
Watch the video here
Dr. Azura Abbas is a dedicated doctor, business owner, and mother of three. She is an alumnus of the Management and Science University (MSU), where she completed two courses.
“When I began my studies, the general expectation was that men became engineers while women became doctors,” she shared. “It felt like we were steered in that direction. However, when I started my foundation and later my Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Degree, I fell in love with medicine.”
Her journey began with a foundation in science between 2007 and 2008, which she completed in a year. She then pursued five years of medical studies in Bangalore, India.
“I earned my MBBS and later a Master of Science in Medical Physiology, also at MSU,” she said. “I completed my Master’s during the COVID-19 pandemic, which took around 1.5 to 2 years.”
As she progressed in her studies, her passion for medicine deepened. She realised that being a doctor was not just about treating individuals, it was about making a difference for the community while building a fulfilling career.
After graduating, Dr Abbas worked for four years before deciding to pursue her Master’s Degree. During this time, she founded Klinik Medina, her private practice, which now has branches in Sri Kembangan and Ampang.
According to her, starting a clinic was just the beginning as many well-established Malaysian clinics presented a formidable marketing challenge for her to stand out in a competitive industry.
“However, I believe in rezeki (blessings and sustenance),” she explained. “If we provide patients with genuine care and affordable prices, the business will grow. Even without a big name, word-of-mouth marketing is powerful, and my clinic is steadily gaining traction.”
Reflecting on her university years, Dr. Azura noted how much MSU had grown since she first pursued medicine as a student.
“Before MSU became what it is today, it was known as Kolej Universiti Teknologi dan Pengurusan Malaysia (KUTPM),” she recalled. “Back then, it was a small institution with classrooms scattered across different locations.
“We had to move between buildings for classes sometimes next to mamak stalls or printing shops which was quite challenging.”
Her studies later took her to Bangalore, where she experienced a more structured campus setting. The university there had dedicated buildings, administrative offices, lecture halls, and dissection labs, though on a smaller scale compared to the current Malaysian campuses.
“At the time, I had no idea what Malaysian campuses were like, so I was quite satisfied,” she admitted. “But when I returned to Malaysia for my graduation at MSU Shah Alam, I was amazed by how much I had missed out on.”
When she later pursued her Master’s degree at MSU, she was impressed by the improved facilities.
“The new campus had everything such as well-equipped labs, a variety of research animals, and all the necessary chemicals and materials. It was an exceptional learning environment,” she said.
For her, among all the campuses she has experienced, MSU Malaysia stands out as the best.
According to Dr. Azura, success isn’t about being highly intelligent from the start. While cognitive abilities are partly inherited, external factors such as environment, education, and social influences play a significant role.
“Intelligence alone isn’t enough,” she advised.” You need the courage to try.”
“Confidence and perseverance are key because you won’t grow if you stay in your comfort zone.”
She emphasised that nothing falls into place on its own. Hard work is essential, and success doesn’t happen overnight.
“If you stay committed and keep pushing forward, you will eventually achieve your goals,” she encouraged.
“Stay strong, keep striving, and you’ll get there!”
Watch the video here